Evidence-based conservation-led retrofit research
Historic England support for Evidence-based conservation-led retrofit research project at St Andrew’s Chapel to understand the performance of historic building fabric.
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Henry rekindles Chiddingfold Forge
Henry Rogers - Hot Iron Blacksmithing - has taken up the torch at Chiddingfold Forge in Surrey. SPAB are very proud to host a working craftsperson to continue two centuries of tradition at this rare surviving example of a village green blacksmiths. Chiddingfold Forge has been repaired and sympathetically modernised by SPAB, with invaluable assistance from the local Chiddingfold residents, specialists, and local manufacturers.
How to maintain Welsh churches video series
Together with Cadw we have created this series of Welsh-language maintenance videos. With English subtitles.
Maintenance Matters: Windows
Keeping your windows in good condition helps prevent damage, reduce repair costs, and improve security and energy efficiency. Douglas Kent, Technical and Research Director, shares his practical advice on maintenance and care
Archaeology, craft and conservation - Viv Walker's view as a SPAB Fellow
Archaeologist and heritage carpenter Viv Walker unpacks some of the insights she's gained during the SPAB Fellowship.
St Andrew’s Chapel rammed earth acoustic cloister wall
A key feature of the sustainable approach taken by SPAB at St Andrew’s is the rammed earth acoustic wall in the garden.
Research-led interior design at St Andrew’s Chapel
Interior designer Gemma Wright shares her thoughts on continuing the narrative of St Andrew's chapel through research-led interior design.
Member repair project - Archbald Moffatt House, listening to the building
Niamh Ní Shúilleabháin, SPAB Scotland Guardian reveals the labour of love to repair this 18th century house
Old House Project - Nearing Completion
Some updates on the interiors and services as St Andrews Chapel gets close to the final stages.
Member repair project - Unravelling the mysteries of a 16th century farmhouse
https://www.spab.org.uk/whats-on/courses/repair-old-buildings-course-5SPAB member, Amanda Billingsley writes about the idiosyncrasies of her repair project at Wisson Hill, Warwickshire